Stoneburner
Adams, Seattle
Restaurant in Seattle, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Stoneburner is a practical Ballard pick when convenience and easy booking matter more than awards, chef credentials, or a clearly published format. Use it for a neighborhood dinner or casual occasion; for a high-stakes celebration, compare nearby Seattle options with more explicit price, cuisine, or recognition signals first.
About Stoneburner
Stoneburner in Seattle's schedule and dress code are key planning details. It is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–9 PM, open Sunday from 10 AM–3 PM and 4:30–9 PM. The dress code is smart casual. Details regarding cuisine, chef, price range, awards history, seating setup, drinks program, or menu format are not readily available.
That makes Stoneburner easiest to evaluate as a practical Seattle option with evening hours and a Sunday daytime window, rather than as a restaurant to choose because of accolades or a published format. If the occasion depends on budget, dietary needs, service style, or a particular kind of menu, confirm those details directly before making plans.
Plan around hours and smart-casual dress
Stoneburner's schedule is direct: it is open Wednesday through Sunday, with an additional Sunday daytime window. For broader planning, use Our full Seattle restaurants guide, or compare other Seattle options such as 1744 NW Market St, La Carta De Oaxaca, Lupe's Situ Tacos, Moshi Moshi Sushi, San Fermo when timing or group needs matter.
The main planning advantage is clarity around when Stoneburner is open. The main limitation is the lack of detail on price, cuisine, awards, seating, allergy accommodations, takeout or delivery, other specifics. For a casual evening plan, that may be enough; for a major anniversary, client meal, or highly specific dining brief, check directly with the restaurant before treating it as the main event.
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- Location
- 5214 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- stoneburnerseattle.com
- Phone
- +12066952051
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Stoneburner sits comfortably in Ballard's human-scale dining strip, trading downtown gloss for the character of converted industrial and mid-century storefront space. The room reads as considered and lived-in rather than stylized, and the kitchen’s Mediterranean, wood‑fire leanings match that honest temperament. Approaching on foot alters the arc of the meal—there’s a neighbourhood cadence to the experience that feels both warm and energetic. Service and food aim for the fine-casual sweet spot: polished enough for a special evening but relaxed in a way that rewards lingering over pizza, pasta and wood‑fired mains.
Best For
Stoneburner is best experienced in the evening, when Ballard’s weekend energy feeds into the room. It suits date nights and small celebrations that want elevated, unfussy cooking, and it handles group meals comfortably when friends come ready to share. The address’s neighbourhood setting also makes it a natural after‑work stop for people who live or commute nearby. Expect a restaurant that prioritizes thoughtful, wood‑fired Mediterranean plates over formal dining rituals—great for sociable dinners and ingredient-forward nights out.
Ordering Tips
Start with a shareable approach: the Neapolitan pizza and house‑made pastas are signature moves, so plan to try at least one of each. The porchetta, gnocchi and capunti showcase the kitchen’s hearty, wood‑fired technique, while the grilled octopus and wild king salmon reflect the Pacific Northwest thread in the menu. The neighbourhood draws purposeful weekend crowds, so consider making a plan before you go. If you’re with a group, order several plates to pass and leave room for a fresh pasta or a second pizza to round out the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming with reclaimed and historical relics illuminating tables, creating a rustic yet refined atmosphere that balances casual comfort with culinary sophistication.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
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Location
5214 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
If the issue is cuisine clarity, try Moshi Moshi Sushi for sushi or La Carta De Oaxaca for Mexican food. If the goal is simply another Ballard-area dinner, compare San Fermo before widening the search.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Seattle
Stoneburner is the safer choice when the priority is an easy Ballard dinner rather than a tightly defined cuisine plan. San Fermo is the more direct cross-shop if the group wants another sit-down Ballard option, while 1744 NW Market St makes sense when location within the same neighborhood is the main filter.
If the craving is specific, the peers are cleaner calls. Moshi Moshi Sushi is the better fit for sushi, Lupe's Situ Tacos for a lower-commitment taco plan, La Carta De Oaxaca for a Mexican meal with a clearer identity from the name alone. Stoneburner wins when the group values flexibility over category certainty.
For value, do not assume a splurge or bargain position without a confirmed price range. The practical read is simple: book Stoneburner for easy logistics and Ballard ambiance; cross-shop the named peers when cuisine clarity matters more than convenience.
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Compare Stoneburner
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Stoneburner | Seattle | No published awards |
| Moshi Moshi Sushi | Seattle | No published awards |
| Lupe's Situ Tacos | Seattle | 2025 Esquire Best New Restaurants |
| San Fermo | Seattle | No published awards |
| 1744 NW Market St | Seattle | No published awards |
| La Carta De Oaxaca | Seattle | No published awards |
How Stoneburner Seattle compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stoneburner good for a special occasion?
It may work for a special occasion if the details fit your plan: Stoneburner is in Seattle, has a smart-casual dress code, is open Wednesday through Sunday, with an additional Sunday daytime window. Details about a specific celebratory format, price range, menu style, or awards history are not available. San Fermo is another Seattle option to compare if you are weighing alternatives.
Can Stoneburner accommodate groups?
Seating capacity or group-dining details are not available. Stoneburner's hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–9 PM, plus Sunday from 10 AM–3 PM and 4:30–9 PM. For group planning, confirm directly with the restaurant before making plans; Lupe's Situ Tacos is another Seattle option to consider.
How far ahead should I plan for Stoneburner?
Booking-difficulty data is not available. If you want to go at a specific time, especially Friday, Saturday, or Sunday evening from 4:30–9 PM, it is sensible to plan ahead and confirm availability directly. 1744 NW Market St is another option to compare when planning a Seattle meal.
Is Stoneburner good for solo dining?
Stoneburner may work for solo dining if its Seattle location, smart-casual dress code, hours fit your plan. Seating layout or counter-dining details are not available, so solo diners who care about a specific setup should confirm directly. Moshi Moshi Sushi is another Seattle option to compare.
What are alternatives to Stoneburner in Seattle?
Other Seattle options to compare include San Fermo, La Carta De Oaxaca, Lupe's Situ Tacos, Moshi Moshi Sushi, 1744 NW Market St. Stoneburner is the choice to evaluate when its hours and smart-casual dress code match your plans.
Is the Sunday daytime window or evening better at Stoneburner?
Evening hours are the most widely available window: Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–9 PM and Sunday from 4:30–9 PM. The daytime window is Sunday from 10 AM–3 PM. Stoneburner is closed Monday and Tuesday. If you need another Seattle option, La Carta De Oaxaca is one place to compare.
What should a first-timer know about Stoneburner?
The key facts are the schedule and dress code: Stoneburner is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–9 PM, open Sunday from 10 AM–3 PM and 4:30–9 PM, has a smart-casual dress code. Other details, including cuisine, price, seating, awards, takeout or delivery, are not available.
